Up for sale is a spectacular, fully loaded collector-grade 1960s sterling silver charm bracelet built on a premium, heavy-gauge Jacoby-Bender (JB) double-spiral link chain. This piece serves as a sprawling, highly curated time capsule of late-1960s American culture, commemorating the Space Race, iconic municipal architecture, mid-century pop culture, and major automotive travel milestones.
The bracelet features 19 highly detailed charms (comprising mechanical movement, 3D figural elements, and regional souvenir discs). Many charms boast highly sought-after hallmarks from prominent historical mid-century jewelry houses like Wells and J.M. Fisher.
🕵️ Complete Charm Inventory & Maker Details:
1. Mickey Mouse Waving: Iconic 3D figural charm stamped "© W.D.P." (Walt Disney Productions) on the back of his formal coat.
2. Apollo Lunar Landing Module (LEM): High-relief 3D spacecraft commemorating the 1969 moon landing; smooth, flat cast reverse.
3. Chicago Picasso Sculpture Cube: Highly collectible 3D miniature of the 1967 public sculpture; stamped "PICASSO SCULPTURE CHICAGO" and "WELLS © STER" on the base.
4. Houston Astrodome Disc: Intricate openwork filigree border framing the stadium (opened 1965); stamped "STER" on the reverse.
5. State of Illinois Map: Textured souvenir map featuring Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield with a portrait of Abraham Lincoln; stamped "STG JMF" (J.M. Fisher Co.) on the reverse.
6. State of Texas Map: Textured map highlighting major cities (Austin, Dallas, Houston, etc.) and a bucking bronco rider. Reverse reads "Lone Star State" and carries the "WELLS STER [W]" shield hallmark.
7. "Lots of Happiness" Spinner Disc: Mechanical spinner charm engraved with "Lots of Happiness" on the front and personalized "From Henry" in elegant script on the back. Stamped "STERLING LAMODE" (Ripley & Gowen Co.).
8. Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge: Highly detailed architectural bridge charm stamped "ROYAL GORGE" along the bridge deck side.
9. Solid Crustacean Lobster: A realistic, solid 3D static casting; stamped "STERLING" on the underside.
10. Basket of Pearls: 3D open-wire basket filled with cluster faux pearls celebrating mid-century domestic themes.
11. Commercial Jetliner: Heavy 3D quad-jet airplane (resembling a vintage Boeing 707) with individual passenger window channels and 4 under-wing engines.
12. Mexican Sombrero Hat: Finely detailed rope-brim hat. Hollow reverse is stamped with the maker hallmark "EVS" and a quality stamp.
13. Woman with Butter Churn: 3D regional folk figural charm (Amish / Pennsylvania Dutch style); stamped "STER" inside the back skirt fold.
14. March Birthday Disc: Cutout ring frame reading "Happy Birthday" enclosing a high-relief Daffodil blossom (the traditional March birth flower).
15. Running Roadrunner: Sleek, stylized 3D desert bird mid-stride; a classic New Mexico / Southwestern travel mascot.
16. Standing Hunting Hound: Solid 3D figural dog (Beagle or Bloodhound breed) in an alert standing stance.
17. 3D Pineapple: Heavy, highly textured three-dimensional pineapple featuring deep cross-hatched details; a traditional mid-century symbol of hospitality and tropical travel.
18. Slot Machine ("One-Armed Bandit"): Fun retro Las Vegas novelty charm featuring three display reels and a standalone pull lever.
19. Plain Engravable Disc: A smooth, classic round sterling disc left blank on the front for custom monogramming; stamped "STERLING" on the reverse side.
🔍 Condition Report
Metal: Sterling silver shows minor surface wear and light pocket scuffs consistent with age. It features an exquisite, deep-crevice tarnish that highlights the casting details beautifully.
Mechanics: The main tongue clasp snaps securely, the fold-over safety latch closes tightly, and the spring-ring safety chain is fully functional. The internal pins on the "Lots of Happiness" spinner disc are completely intact, and the disc spins smoothly.
Faux Pearls: The pearls inside the basket show minor age-appropriate softening of the outer nacre but remain securely nestled in the wire setting.
📦 Shipping & Handling
Shipped securely in a rigid box to protect the dense cluster of 3D charms.
Please see photos for full disclosure of condition.
Ships via USPS Ground Advantage